Notes From a Frontier (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex and turbulent world of Western China during a period of immense political and social upheaval. The author, a keen observer of his surroundings, transports readers to the heart of the region, providing a firsthand account of the challenges facing the newly established Republic in the early 20th century. The text explores the precarious state of affairs in the Chia Rung States, semi-Tibetan territories on the fringe of Chinese rule, and delves into the intricate relationship between the tribal chiefs and the Chinese government. It examines the economic landscape of the region, highlighting the vital role of the opium trade and the difficulties encountered in enforcing its suppression. The author also sheds light on the intricate web of alliances and rivalries among the diverse tribal communities, including the Lolo tribes, who pose a constant threat to Chinese authority. Through detailed observations and insightful analysis, the book reveals the profound influence of the mercantile class in shaping the political landscape of Western China. The author underscores the importance of their role in maintaining order and promoting stability during a time of immense change, a testament to the enduring power of the mercantile element in Chinese society. This book offers a unique perspective on a critical period in Chinese history, illuminating the challenges and complexities of governance in a vast and diverse region grappling with the ramifications of a nascent Republic. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- Notes From a Frontier (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Thomas M. Ainscough
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1333316372
- ISBN 13
- 9781333316372
- Seller catalogs
- Modern History of Asia
Turning to the second great impediment to the free interchange of goods between Western China and the coast, we are brought face to face with the thorny subject of Opium prohibition. Szechuan is practically self-supporting, and, with the one Significant exception Of cotton, produces within her borders not only all the commodities necessary to support her vast population of some 50 millions, but hitherto has always had a large surplus for export, which more than equalled imports from other provinces and abroad, thanks to, the heavy shipments of opium, medicines, and skins. The absolute cessation Of the Opium shipments amounting annually to upwards Of taels, has created a temporary adverse balance of trade and turned the exchanges against her. As much as taels of ready silver was exported in 1912 to adjust the balance of imports, and great consternation was caused among the merchants when the Provincial Government suddenly decided, in view Of the monetary stringency, to prohibit the free export of silver.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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